St Paul’s School
Candidate Information Pack

Colet Fellowship
Last Updated: January 2026

ST PAUL’S SCHOOL  Candidate Information Pack

“

I am delighted that St Paul’s was awarded
‘Independent Boys’ School of the Year
2023’. The panel of judges, commended
our commitment to boys’ education and
especially emphasised our work around
character traits and values.

SALLY-ANNE HUANG
HIGH MASTER

ST PAUL’S SCHOOL  Candidate Information Pack

Welcome
from  the  High  Master

Welcome
from  St  Paul’s  Prep  School

Thank  you  for  your  interest  in  St  Paul’s
School. Appointing the right staff is arguably
the  most  important  role  of  a  school  leader
and the team here are committed to getting
to  know  applicants  well  during
the
application  process  and  giving  them  the
opportunity to get to know us too.

I am incredibly proud of my colleagues here
at  St  Paul’s  –  not  only  their  expertise  and
professionalism  but  also  their  warmth  and
pupil-centred  approach.  I  honestly  believe
that  working  at  St  Paul’s  provides  a  unique
set of opportunities and is an exciting career
move for anyone.

Being  High  Master  here  is  a  huge  privilege
and I hope that you will be as excited about
the school and all we do here as I am.

I’m  delighted  that  you  are  interested  in
working  at  St  Paul’s  School,  of  which  St
Paul’s Prep School is a part.

We  enjoy  a
for  all-round
reputation
academic,  sporting,  musical  and  creative
excellence,  and  we  make  sure  days  at  St
Paul’s  Prep  School  are  filled  with  fun  and
purpose.

The  team  at  St  Paul’s  Prep  School  is,  quite
simply, brilliant, and a joy to work with. The
innovative  and  engaging.  We
staff  are
promote,  nurture  and  develop  the  key
character
respect,
traits  of  kindness,
integrity,  humility  and  resilience,  and  we
look
forward  to  welcoming  new  team
members who share them.

Sally-Anne Huang
High Master

Oliver Snowball
Head, St Paul’s Prep School

ST PAUL’S SCHOOL  Candidate Information Pack

Welcome to St Paul’s School
St Paul’s is an independent school offering
all -round education for

gifted boys aged 7 to 18 years.

an outstanding,

We  admit  highly  able,  committed  and  curious  boys  and  care  for  them  in  an
academic environment tailored to their specific needs, equipping them with
the skills to contribute to wider society long after they have left St Paul’s. Our
entry  points  are  at  7+,  8+,  11+,  13+  and  16+  and  admission  is  following  a
successful examination process and interview.

Our  founder  John  Colet  opened  the  doors  to  St  Paul’s  School  in  1509  to
educate boys “from all nacions and countres indifferently”, regardless of race,
creed  or  social  background.  We  are  committed  to  our  founder’s  vision  and
offer financial support to every boy who is successful in gaining a place at the
school on academic merit and fulfils the means-tested bursary criteria. Linked
to  Colet’s  vision,  we  have  a  wide-ranging  partnership  programme  with
schools in the maintained sector, and charity projects with which all staff are
able  to  become  involved,  including  within  our  extensive  co-curricular
programme.

The  quality  and  breadth  of  a  St  Paul’s  education  is  dependent  upon  the
quality of its staff so we recruit high quality people and look after them well.
The  atmosphere  is  relaxed,  friendly,  supportive  and  purposeful.  Personal
professional development for all staff is a high priority, and our pay and

package  is  very  generous  by  sector  norms.  St  Paul’s  embraces  diversity,
inclusivity  and  equal  opportunity.  We  are  committed
to  building
a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, personalities and skills.

This is a particularly exciting time to join the school as over the last few years
we have refurbished the senior school site including a new astro-turf pitch, a
stunning  Drama  Centre,  featuring  the  Dorfman  theatre,  an  RIBA  award
winning Science building and award winning General Teaching Buildings with
a  central  Atrium,  John  Colet  Hall  and  Chapel,  contemporary  dining,  the
Kayton  Library  and  many  light  airy  classrooms  overlooking  the  Thames  and
playing fields. These modern facilities and the unique positioning of St Paul’s,
coupled with the structure of the school day, enable the school to offer and
unparalleled array of co-curricular activities for the pupils.

We hope that working at St Paul’s might  be right for you. We are a thriving
organisation  that  draws  upon  a  wide  range  of  different  skills,  qualifications,
roles and responsibilities, whether teaching or other support staff.

For teaching  staff, academic excellence is essential and we also look at how
individuals will enhance the broader cocurricular opportunities for pupils; this

makes St Paul’s a great and fun place to work. We are based in Barnes, South
West London, surrounded by 45 acres of green  playi...

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Company Stage Manager

Storyhouse are looking to recruit a Company Stage Manager to be part of our 2026 Open air season of Storyhouse in the Park at Grosvenor park. You will have complete oversight of the production and be the key contact and manager for all company and staff.

You will join the Stage Management team alongside two Deputy Stage Managers and an in house Assistant stage manager who will be working on three productions running in rep. Each production has an initial rehearsal week, followed by split rehearsals. You will also have support from a props supervisor, who will assist with sourcing and organising props.

In this role, you’ll work closely with the creative team, production team, and the wider Storyhouse staff, and you will report directly to the Producer.

Salary: UK theatre Equity Subsided theatre agreement MRSL 3

Dates: Mon 11 May – 23 August 2026

Hours: Standard hours are 43 hours per week during rehearsals and tec, and 40 hours per week during show weeks. Any hours worked outside these parameters will be paid as overtime.

Closing date: 26th January 2026

Interviews: Friday 30th January & Tuesday 3rd February 2026

Details

Location: Grosvenor Park , CH1 1QQ, GB

Gardener

Welsh Mountain Zoo - National Zoological Society of Wales

Closing date for applications is: 22nd Jan 2026

Gardener – Welsh Mountain Zoo, Colwyn Bay
Full-time | £25,752

40 hours per week

Join us in bringing conservation to life!
The Welsh Mountain Zoo is seeking a passionate and skilled Gardener to care for our gardens, woodlands, and seasonal displays. This is a unique opportunity to work in a dynamic environment where your horticultural skills directly support our mission to educate the public and conserve wildlife.

Key Responsibilities

• Propagation, greenhouse work, planting, pruning, weeding, watering, feeding, composting, and grounds maintenance

• Monitoring plant health and managing pests using Integrated Pest Management (IPM)

• Maintaining woodlands, hedges, lawns, and trees safely

• Implementing eco-friendly practices such as native planting, efficient watering, and composting

• Receiving and storing horticultural deliveries

• Supporting visitor engagement through professional and helpful interaction

• Following health and safety procedures and risk assessments

• Using tools, machinery, and substances safely in line with training and COSHH guidelines

Skills and Experience Required

• Practical gardening and grounds maintenance experience including propagation, planting, pruning, weeding, watering, feeding, composting, cutting, edging, and strimming

• Knowledge of plant care, soil health, irrigation, and pest control

• Familiarity with eco-friendly horticultural practices

• Ability to use a range of horticultural tools and machinery (certification advantageous)

• Level 2 horticulture qualification (or working towards)

• Clean driving licence and ability to drive a tractor with trailer or cutting deck

• Physical fitness for outdoor work in all weather

• Basic IT skills for records and training

• Excellent teamworking skills and the ability to work independently

• Volunteer supervision experience

Why Join Us

• Work in one of North Wales’ most beautiful visitor attractions

• Be part of a passionate team supporting wildlife conservation and education

• Staff benefits include training and development, free family admission, uniform, staff parking, discounts, and a holiday scheme that increases with service

Apply for this job:

How to Apply

Please email your CV and one-page cover letter to hr@welshmountainzoo.org, outlining why you would like to join us and how you meet the criteria listed above.

Closing date: 22nd January 2026

Gardener

23,168.60 GBP annually

Location The Shakespeare Centre, Henley Street Stratford-upon-Avon CV37 6QW United Kingdom

This job ends on 25 January 2026

Celebrating Shakespeare is at the heart of everything we do.

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is recruiting two Gardeners on a full-time contract to work across all gardens of the five Shakespeare family homes and other grounds.

Working as part of a small team you will be helping in the day-to-day maintenance and presentation of the five gardens, ensuring that they are ready for the public. You will be able to talk knowledgeably to visitors whilst working in the gardens and confidently answer their questions.

To be successful in this role you will be an experienced gardener, ideally having a horticulture qualification. You will have a keen interest in horticulture and experience of horticultural methods and practices and using horticultural machinery. You will have excellent interpersonal skills, have a proactive approach to work and be a good team player.

The closing date for applications is Sunday 25 January 2026, interviews will take place on Tuesday 3 February 2026, in person in Stratford-upon-Avon.

We will send you a confirmation email once you have sent your online application, where you will be able to complete your profile in full.

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is committed to promoting equality of opportunity and building a diverse and representative workforce.

The Shakespeare Birthplace Trust is committed to encouraging equality, diversity, inclusion and belonging (EDIB) in our recruitment practices and in the working practices of our staff and volunteers.

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Benefits

Youth Skills Coordinator

Job Description

Job Title:

Youth Skills Coordinator

Salary:

£25,662-£32,500 subject to qualifications and experience.

Benefits include:

●  Generous annual leave

●  Paid sick leave

●  Enhanced family-friendly leave

●  Compassionate and emergency leave

●  Pension scheme

●  Life insurance policy

●  Employment Assistance Programme

●  Access to vouchers and discounts

●  Monthly wellbeing allowance

●  Access to extensive training opportunities

●  Reasonable flexible and hybrid working

Reports to:

Digital Skills Manager

Location:

Oxford
Reasonable flexible working will be supported and some working from
home is possible. Travel throughout Oxfordshire will be required.

Hours of work:

37.5 hours per week
Flexible working arrangements (full-time, part-time, or condensed
hours) may be considered, with responsibilities tailored accordingly.
Occasionally evening and weekend work may be required for which
time off in lieu will be given.

To apply, please send a copy of your CV accompanied by a completed application form to
our recruitment team. Alternatively, visit our website or email us for more information.

Oxfordshire Youth

Oxfordshire Youth is a boundary-breaking organisation, passionate about creating a future for
and with young people that offers them the best possible opportunity to realise their potential.
Our  staff  are  redefining  the  youth  sector  in  Oxfordshire  and  we  envisage  a  world  in  which
young people have the tools they need to approach life with creativity, resilience and brilliant
mental health.

Our commitment to inclusion and diversity

OY warmly welcomes applications from the global majority, trans and non-binary people and
disabled people. Your potential to learn and grow in the role is important to us, so we want to
hear from you even if your CV isn’t a 100% match with a job description. We nurture our
community, creating an open, inclusive and diverse organisation where all team members
feel a sense of belonging.

Please read our accompanying recruitment pack for more information about working at
Oxfordshire Youth, including our approach to diversity and inclusion through recruitment

Role purpose

As  a  Youth  Skills  Coordinator  for  Oxfordshire  Youth  you  will  support  the  delivery  and
development  of  all  our  Youth  development  Programmes,  you  will  play  a  crucial  role  in
delivering comprehensive programs aimed at equipping young people in Oxford with digital
skills, fostering their engagement in innovative environments and building their employability
skills in order to engage in Education, Employment and Training.

Support  will  also  be  required  across  a  number  of  our  youth  development  programmes,
promoting leadership and employability skills with young people.
Programmes may include:

-  Young  Leaders  Programme  -  an  accredited  Level  2  award  in  leadership  and  team
skills. Open to young people aged 14- 21. Providing real opportunities for young people
to explore their leadership skills.

-  Transitions Through Leadership - Working in schools to support young people making

the transition to secondary school, utilising the support of older peers.

-  Future Leaders Programme - An employability programme working with young people
aged 18-21 currently living in our supported accommodation service (YPSA) providing
opportunities  to  explore  their  leadership  skills  and  engage  in  meaningful  work
experiences.

-  Digital Natives program

This role requires a strong understanding of youth work principles and the ability to integrate
digital skills effectively and challenges faced by young people in accessing EET.

Key responsibilities

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Develop and implement program delivery: Support the integration of digital skills into
the Young Leaders programme throughout the delivery of the workshops, residentials
and other associated activities

Coordinate workshops and mentorship programs: Collaborate with mentors from the
tech and innovation space to organise year-round workshops that upskill young
people from deprived backgrounds. Facilitate the pairing process between young
people and mentors, ensuring meaningful interactions and knowledge exchange.
Delivery of activities/workshops based around supporting Young people to build skills
and work towards independent living

Provide digital guidance and support: Act as a mentor and resource for young
people, guiding them in the development of their skills. Assist them in utilizing
technology for social action programs, such as creating digital campaigns or
exploring app development for addressing social issues affecting young people.

Monitor and evaluate program outcomes: Collect data and feedback to assess the
impact of all our Programmes. Use evaluation results to make informed decisions
and implement necessary improvements to enhance the effectiveness of the
program.

Work closely with stakeholders: Collaborate with Oxfordshir...

Posted: 18 December 2025

Applications close: 23 January 2026

Location: Oxford, Oxfordshire

As a Youth Skills Coordinator at Oxfordshire Youth, you will play a key role in delivering and developing our youth development programmes, supporting young people across Oxfordshire to build digital, leadership, and employability skills that help them access education, employment, and training. You will contribute to a range of impactful programmes, including accredited leadership pathways, school-based transition support, employability programmes for young people in supported accommodation, and our Digital Natives programme. This role requires a strong grounding in youth work principles, an understanding of the barriers young people face in accessing EET, and the ability to embed digital skills and innovative approaches into engaging, meaningful programmes that empower young people to thrive.

We are committed to supporting professional growth and would be open to supporting the successful candidate to undertake a Youth Work Qualification (subject to role requirements and performance). This development opportunity is designed to build specialist youth work skills, strengthen sector knowledge, and support career progression within the organisation.

Hours: 37.5 per week Part-time, with hours negotiable based on availability.

Find out more

To apply, please send a copy of your CV accompanied by a completed application form to our recruitment team. Alternatively, let’s talk! Email us for more information and we can arrange a call. If you would like Oxfordshire Youth to send you a job description in an alternative format, please email recruitment@oxfordshireyouth.org and reference which role you would like detailed.

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We are seeking a dedicated Homecare Deputy Manager to support the Registered Manager in overseeing our homecare services. This is a key leadership role requiring flexibility, initiative, and the ability to work independently. You will deputise for the Registered Manager, manage staff, ensure compliance with regulations, and maintain high standards of care.

This role includes participation in our on‑call rota, covering both weekdays and weekends as part of a shared team schedule.

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Job Role: Youth Worker

Hours: 16 hours per week

Shift Pattern: Term time days include: Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday afternoons
and evenings

Flexibility is required relating to the program of activities to be delivered especially
during school holidays when activities will be scaled up.

Grade: D

Responsible to: Youth & Community Engagement Manager

Responsible for:  Youth

It is the Organisation’s intention that this job description is seen as a guide to the
major areas and duties for which the employee is accountable.  However, the
employee’s obligations are bound to vary and develop, so the job description should
be seen as a guide and not as a permanent, definite and exhaustive statement.

Organisation

The YMCA is a Christian organisation, and part of the worldwide movement welcoming
persons of all religious faiths and none.

1.  YMCA London City and North is an exempt charity and registered provider
regulated by the Tenant Service Authority, providing housing and related
services to homeless young people.

2.  YMCA London City and North is a charity limited by guarantee, providing a

range of community facilities (fitness centre, children’s activity centres, youth
work, community events etc).

YMCA London City and North consists of three Housing accommodation projects and
two move on properties offering 395 homes for young homeless people, Haringey
community centre and a youth service in Islington.

At YMCA London City and North we pride ourselves on creating a trusting environment
whereby young people are given the opportunity to learn and develop skills to help
them transition into independent living. Our holistic approach is tailored to meet the
needs of the young people. We offer integrated access to affordable accommodation,
training and employment opportunities, information, advice and guidance. Our person
centred approach makes us different to other supported accommodation and youth
service providers.

ACCOUNTABILITIES

Youth Projects

1.  Develop relationships and work with the Youth & Community Engagement Manager,
young people, colleagues and local partners to acquire local knowledge sufficient to
understand the needs of young people in the communities in which they live.

2.  Regularly  make  contact  and  interact  with  young  people  through  face  to  face  or

authorised social media channels.

3.  Through  relationships  with  colleagues,  partner  organisations  and  own  research,
identify agencies that will be able to provide additional support or guidance to young
people.

4.  Signpost  information  to  local  agencies  and  undertake  a  formal  referral  process  if

needed, where appropriate act as an advocate for the young people

5.  Create and develop tailored interventions having identified core themes and needs
of young people through your interactions with young people, ensuring opportunities
for their involvement in decision making and providing challenging developmental
activities.

6.  Facilitate  interventions  with  small  or  larger  groups  of  young  people  based  on
identified  needs,  reviewing  interventions  to  identify  further  needs  and  different
approaches that could be used in the future.

7.  Contribute  to  the  identification  and  bidding  for  new  streams  of  funding  that  will

extend the work of the Youth Coordinator’s role to increase sustainability.
8.  Perform outreach youth work to encourage an older cohort into our services.
9.  Produce measurable outcomes and impact assessments of the youth work and work

with the Youth & Community Engagement Manager to identify and promote these.

10. Work  with  local  partners,  including  but  not  limited  to,  schools,  parents,  social

services and local facilitators.

11. Risk Assess any organised activity or area of which youth work is taking place in line

with YLCAN policy.

12. Safeguard and act in the best interest of young people attending our Youth Service.
Ensuring that safeguarding alerts are made through our internal system and directly
with the local authority

13. Always maintain professional boundaries with young people, parents, carers and our

professional partners.

14.  Seek  opportunities  to  improve  our  service  and  youth  delivery  and  engagement
methods  by  benchmarking  with  other  local  providers  and  performing  Market
Research.

15. Ensure  that  GDPR  is  followed  at  all  times  when  handling  sensitive  information  on
behalf of the organisation, including that of young people’s details, in line with our
GDPR policies.

Accommodation Project
16. Support the Housing Team in the design and implementation of accredited Housing
Model workshops, ensuring they are kept relevant and up to date so they meet the
young people needs.

17. Deliver  the  workshops  as  required,  undertaking  the  necessary  promotion,

registration, monitoring and reporting required.

18. Create evaluation activities and tools to use for each workshop.

19. Enhance the Housi...

The Youth Association

The  Youth  Association  is  one  of  the  oldest  and  one  of  the  most  innovative  youth  work

charities in the UK. As an independent charity, we are proud of our history and heritage,
our record of championing good youth work in the voluntary sector and the generations of

young people we have supported to overcome disadvantage. We are just as proud of our
innovative and entrepreneurial attitude to service development.

Ever  since  our  founding  in  1904,  it  has  been  the  Association’s  mission  to  create

opportunities for young people to achieve their potential, to raise their aspirations and to
improve  their  physical,  mental  and  emotional  wellbeing.  Our  mission  is  to  Grow
Yorkshire’s future. We do this by helping YP in Yorkshire to:

•  Build their confidence & feel proud of themselves

•

Identify their goals & aspirations and make progress in achieving them

•  Start a business, get a job or get on a course

•  Meet new people and make new friends

Job Description

Job Title

Location

Pay scale

Benefits

Hours

Youth Worker

Office base: 12 South Parade, Wakefield, WF1 1LR

Project work: Barnsley, Leeds or Wakefield

Level 2: £28,379, paid at £17.28 / hour (incl. £2.53 quasi holiday pay)

Employer contributory pension scheme of 8% gross salary (when
meeting the threshold). Own transport mileage allowance

Part time, to be discussed with TYA management, based on allocated
project, experience and organisational need

Contract length

Permanent but variable hours

Responsible to

Lead Youth Worker or Senior Youth Worker

DBS

This post is subject to an Enhanced Disclosure and Barring Service
Check.

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The purpose of the post
To support the effective delivery of youth work projects in a variety of settings, including
street-based, educational institutions and other community settings. The post holder will
work with Lead Youth Workers and others to support the delivery of youth work sessions,

often leading youth work sessions with the support of Youth Support Workers.  They will
also  play  a  key  role  in  session  planning  and  evaluation.  They  will  essentially  have

experience  in  front-line  youth  work  delivery,  as  well  as  a  JNC-recognised  youth  work
qualification at Level 3 (or above).

Roles, Responsibilities and Tasks:

1.  To work with young people in informal and formal settings through a range of

programmes throughout South and West Yorkshire.

2.  To plan, lead and evaluate youth work sessions in a variety of settings, including

street-based, educational, and community environments.

3.  To deliver youth work programmes independently or alongside Youth Support

Workers or volunteers, ensuring sessions are inclusive, purposeful, and aligned
with project aims.

4.  To contribute to the development of project plans and session resources, bringing

creativity and responsiveness to young people’s needs and interests.

5.  To engage young people in meaningful dialogue and activities, promoting

participation and supporting their personal and social development.

6.  To contribute to project monitoring and evaluation by completing records, writing

session summaries, and providing data and feedback for reports.

7.  To maintain a safe working environment by adhering to TYA safeguarding policies

and procedures, including risk assessment and reporting.

8.  To support the voice and influence of young people by encouraging their
involvement in decision-making within sessions and project activities.

9.  To build and maintain professional relationships with young people, colleagues,

and partners in line with TYA values.

10. To attend team meetings, training, and supervision sessions as required, and to

contribute to a positive and collaborative team culture.

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11. To undertake ongoing professional development and act in accordance with TYA’s

code of conduct.

12. To occasionally lead small, time-limited youth work projects or campaigns under

the guidance of a Lead Youth Worker or Manager.

13. To work flexible hours, including evenings and some weekends, in line with project

and organisational needs.

14. To undertake other duties appropriate to the level and nature of the post, as

required.

Reviewed April 2025

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 Person specification

Essential

Desirable

Qualifications

A JNC youth work qualification, recognised by the NYA, at
level 3 or above

Experience

At least 1 year of experience working with young people

Development and delivery of youth work programmes

Working with groups in informal settings in a creative way

Working with young people in a youth work setting

Training

Special
knowledge

Awareness of young people’s issues in a contemporary
context

Child protection

First Aid

Other training on issues affecting young people

Local and central government initiatives

Young people’s participation

Awareness of organisations working within the wider
youth sector

Practical and
intellectual
skills

Excellen...

Job Description

 JOB TITLE

YOUTH WORKER

Circuit:

Southport Circuit 1/36

Location:

Home-based but there will be office-space in one of the Circuit Churches

Salary:

Hours:

£28,013

Full time, 37hrs per week

Responsible to:

The Managing Trustees of the Southport Methodist Circuit
Line managed by Rev Sheila Prest

Responsible for:   Managing volunteers where required

Job Purpose and Objectives

The postholder will coordinate the development of youth work aged 11-18 years in the Southport Circuit
and inspire and foster leadership in young people.

Main Responsibilities

•  To oversee and coordinate youth work across the Circuit
•  To support, encourage and resource the team of volunteers who work with young people across

the Circuit

•  To link in with and support teams who lead activities and groups for young people across the

churches
Liaise with the Children’s and Family Worker regarding work with children and young people

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•  To encourage and support youth participation in the life of churches across the Circuit
•  To nurture young people and help them explore and develop their faith
•  Develop new initiatives that would enhance our work with young people and support the

development of young leaders

•  To help churches think creatively about engaging with unchurched young people
•  To connect in with the work of our churches who already have links with schools and work

collaboratively where appropriate with the Southport & Area Schools Worker Trust
•  To keep accurate records, monitor progress, and present reports to the Circuit Meeting
•  To ensure effective risk assessments and safe working practices in relation to youth work are
maintained and reviewed across the Circuit, in liaison with appropriate church personnel and
volunteers

•  Attend appropriate training and events

The appointment is full-time, 37 hrs per week, with flexible working, including weekends.

Terms and Conditions

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•  Part-time would also be considered
•  Permanent contract
•  Any overtime will be taken as time off in lieu
•  Ability to travel within the circuit will be required
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There is a contributory pension scheme to which eligible lay employees will be enrolled.  Lay
employees who do not meet the auto-enrolment criteria are eligible to join the scheme subject to
certain provisions

•  Annual holiday entitlement - 30 days (6 weeks) + bank holidays (leave primarily to be taken during

school holidays)

•  All reasonable expenses will be reimbursed
•  Appointment will be subject to satisfactory Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS) clearance
•  Appointment will be subject to satisfactory references
•  Appointment will be subject to the satisfactory completion of a six-month probationary period

Person Specification

Education & Training

Good standard of education (educated to at least GCSE
level in English and Mathematics).

Qualification or relevant training in youth work

Proven Abilities

Previous experience of working with young people

Experience of working and engaging with young people
from diverse backgrounds.

Ability to quickly connect, communicate naturally with,
and motivate young people, both those who attend church
and those who do not.

Ability to inspire and foster leadership in young people,
recognising and developing their gifts and talents

Experience of providing pastoral care and support in a paid
or voluntary position.

Able to work as part of a team.

Ability to lead and inspire a team of volunteers.

Special Knowledge & Skills

Passionate about working with young people and creating
opportunities for them to explore and develop their faith.

Awareness of the needs and issues affecting youth and
young people today

Good organisational skills with the ability to prioritise and
manage time effectively.

Self-motivated and enthusiastic with the ability to work on
own initiative in developing creative ideas.
Able to develop and maintain appropriate boundaries,
demonstrating integrity and a commitment to and
understanding of confidentiality.

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An awareness of health and safety and experience of
producing risk assessments for activities and events.

A good knowledge and understanding of safeguarding
procedures and willingness to adhere to Methodist polices
and practices relating to safeguarding.

Basic ICT skills to include use of email, word processing
and databases.

Ability to use and manage social media appropriately.

Awareness and sensitive to issues of equality, diversity and
inclusion.

Awareness of safer recruitment procedures and volunteer
management.

Any Other Requirements

A practicing Christian, supportive of the aims and ethos of
the Methodist Church.

A flexible approach to working in response to the evolving
needs of the Circuit and the wider Methodist Church.

The ability to travel to locations cross the Circuit (either
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Job Description
Youth Worker

Young Somerset
Youth Worker
Team Leader
Based at Young Somerset offices and Youth work
delivery sites, if assigned. The post will include
work across Somerset.

Main Purpose of Post: Briefly – what is the job there for and why is it being done?

To work as part of a Youth Work Team to:

1.  Directly engage with individuals and groups of young people (aged 8-18 or up to 25 for those
with SEND) in identified provision, to promote and support their engagement in positive
activities and development opportunities.

2.  To work closely with key partners such as Educational Establishments, Children’s Social Care,
the NHS and CAMHs, Somerset Council SEND, the Police and Youth Justice Teams (and other
funders as required) on direct delivery of youth work, using youth work methodology to
improve outcomes, opportunities and progression for young people.
In partnership with other parts of Young Somerset, support the planning, delivery,
reporting and evaluation of identified youth and community provision.

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4.  To carry out this work in a way which involves young people and meets their identified

needs.

Main Responsibilities and Duties: What needs to be done? – Describe the main responsibilities and
duties required of the job.  This should include responsibilities for the support or management of
clients, employees, budgets, processes, and equipment.

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To enable, support and deliver educative and empowering youth work opportunities with young
people in the 8-18 age range (or up to 25 where young people have SEND) using youth work
methodologies e.g. centre-based, project, group, outreach/detached, school or 1:1 as appropriate.

To model quality practice in the planning, delivery and evaluation of youth work programmes and
the identification of a curriculum designed to meet the interests and needs of young people.  To
provide evidence of the outcomes for young people and communities as required.

To work with colleagues in Young Somerset, partner agencies and local communities as required in
order to maximise the opportunities available to young people – reporting to them as required.

To ensure that in all respects of direct service delivery, relevant policies and good practice are
adhered to. These include safeguarding, recruitment and selection, health and safety, equality and
diversity, finance, participation, and workforce/ staff development.

To ensure and support community and voluntary services to deliver safe youth provision through
modelling best practice.

To ensure information and data collection requirements are met, required records of work
maintained, and administrative and financial reports are made and submitted within required
timescales, including report writing.

To have responsibility for the efficient and effective deployment of identified resources as agreed
with Line Manager.

To be an effective member of the Youth Work team and make a contribution to Young Somerset's
development and delivery. To establish supportive and effective working relationships with
colleagues as required.
The post holder may be required to undertake additional duties commensurate with the level of this
post.

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SUPPORTING PROCESSES
Problem Solving and Creativity: Give examples of the problem solving and creativity involved in the
job.  This should include resolving issues over interruptions to work deadlines, priorities and changing
demands.  How often do these issues occur?

The postholder must be able to demonstrate commitment and enthusiasm towards Young
Somerset’s four core values: Putting Young People First, Inspiring, Collaborating, Going Further.

Enhanced DBS clearance is required as the post holder will be working with children and young
people. This post is exempt from the Rehabilitation of Offenders Acts.
 The post holder will be required to maintain a suitable, confidential space to work some hours
from   home.

The  work  requires  moderate  physical effort. The  postholder  will  be  required  to pack  and
transport resources and to support young people in a range of indoor and outdoor environments,
which may include some lifting and carrying.

The post holder will work at a variety of community locations, which may include Youth Centres,
schools, residential provision and health venues including hospitals.

The salary band for this role is £27,750 for 37 hours per week.

The post holder will be required to work flexibly, out-of-hours, which may include some
evenings and weekends.

Holiday entitlement is 27 days, plus 8 Bank Holidays (pro rata for part time staff), with an
additional 5 days after 5 years service.

Additional Information

The post-holder provides advisory and practical support to other staff and volunteers within the
Targeted Youth Service at Young Somerset, as well as staff from partner organisations in the
voluntary and community sector.  He/she is required to act on their own initiative and exercise
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